Oyetola, stockbrokers principal officers hold talks on economic development

The 13th President and Chairman of Council of Chartered Institute of Stockbrokers (CIS), Oluropo Dada and the Institute’s 1st Vice President, Fiona Ahimie, visited the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola in Abuja, at the weekend to discuss the vital roles that securities dealers, popularly called stockbrokers play in driving Nigeria’s economic growth and development.

The courtesy visit was a success, with the Minister agreeing to attend the Institute’s upcoming National Workshop as the Special Guest of Honour in April this year in Abuja.

During the visit, the Institute’s Principal Officers highlighted the significance of stockbrokers in facilitating investments, promoting economic development, and contributing to Nigeria’s financial stability. They emphasized the need for collaboration between the government, financial institutions, and stockbrokers to create a conducive environment for economic growth.

“We are thrilled to have the Minister’s support and look forward to his participation in our upcoming National Workshop in April this year in Abuja as our Special Guest of Honour. The Workshop will bring together key stakeholders in the financial sector to discuss pressing issues, share insights, and explore opportunities for growth and development.

“At the heart of our conversation was the critical role of capital markets in driving sustainable economic growth and development. As the President of CIS, my administration remains committed to championing financial strategies that align with the Federal Government’s vision of achieving a $1 trillion economy under the leadership of His Excellency, President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The capital market stands as a key enabler of this vision, providing the necessary funding framework for national development initiatives.

“Given the immense potential of the Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy in contributing to economic diversification and growth, it is only fitting that we extend a formal invitation to the Minister, Oyetola as the Special Guest of Honour at our National Workshop. His presence will enrich the dialogue on sustainable financing models and reinforce the collaboration between the financial sector and the maritime industry in advancing Nigeria’s economic aspirations,” said Dada.

Oyetola who warmly accepted to be the Special Guest of Honour at the upcoming National Workshop of the Institute, underscored the government’s commitment to supporting the financial sector and recognising the importance of stockbrokers in Nigeria’s economic development.

The Workshop is expected to provide networking opportunities by connecting industry leaders and enhancing knowledge sharing among professionals in the financial market amongst others.